<![CDATA[Kelly Talks Brand]]>https://www.youtube.com/@KellyTalksBrandRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 26 Jul 2026 03:46:42 GMTWed, 22 Oct 2025 05:28:30 GMT60Kelly KangWelcome to Kelly Talks Brand, a space for honest conversations about growth, healing, and building your personal brand from the inside out.episodicKelly Kangkellytalksbrand@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Starting Over When You Have No Direction | EP 12]]>Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack options. They stay stuck because they’re waiting for certainty.


In this solo episode, I share how I didn’t quit my job with a clear plan, and how letting go of the need to feel ready helped me find direction. When I was burned out and emotionally numb, clarity didn’t come from thinking harder. It came from stepping back, listening to my body, and allowing myself to move before everything made sense.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Why waiting for certainty kept me stuck
00:26 Observing burnout instead of reacting
01:33 Taking a break without demanding clarity
02:40 Asking for help before rock bottom
03:33 Trying more and hesitating less
04:35 Why clarity comes from action
04:44 Finding community while starting over
05:33 Closing reflections on starting 2026 without a perfect plan

If this episode resonated, please consider following the channel.

Business Inquiry: kellytalksbrand@gmail.com

]]>3baf943e-9c3c-4b24-916b-fd23b01d7ebeSat, 24 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack options. They stay stuck because they’re waiting for certainty.</p><p><br />In this solo episode, I share how I didn’t quit my job with a clear plan, and how letting go of the need to feel ready helped me find direction. When I was burned out and emotionally numb, clarity didn’t come from thinking harder. It came from stepping back, listening to my body, and allowing myself to move before everything made sense.</p><p></p><hr /><h3>⏱️ Timestamps</h3><p>00:00 Why waiting for certainty kept me stuck<br />00:26 Observing burnout instead of reacting<br />01:33 Taking a break without demanding clarity<br />02:40 Asking for help before rock bottom<br />03:33 Trying more and hesitating less<br />04:35 Why clarity comes from action<br />04:44 Finding community while starting over<br />05:33 Closing reflections on starting 2026 without a perfect plan</p><p></p><p>If this episode resonated, please consider following the channel.</p><p></p><p>Business Inquiry: kellytalksbrand@gmail.com</p><p></p><p></p>no00:05:59Starting Over When You Have No Direction | EP 12full<![CDATA[UX Designer To Chinese Teacher On Youtube w/Meiling | EP11]]>In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand, I spoke with Mei Ling, a Chinese immigrant in Canada who is transitioning from UX design to teaching Chinese through real life YouTube vlogs. Mei Ling shares how years in a stable and creative career slowly turned into burnout, anxiety, and a loss of meaning, especially in an industry shaped by constant change, layoffs, and AI.

We talked candidly about recognizing stress through physical signals, why therapy helped but could not fix the root problem, and how Mei Ling planned a gradual transition using savings and contract work. The conversation also explores immigrant family expectations, the pressure to seek parental approval, and the loneliness of building self belief without much external support. This episode is for anyone questioning their career path and wondering what it really takes to start over carefully and honestly.

Timestamps

00:00 Feeling replaceable and questioning the meaning of work
01:30 Starting YouTube as a creative outlet during a stressful job
04:50 Why UX design stopped feeling fulfilling
07:00 Layoffs, AI, and the loss of career stability
11:20 Talking to parents and seeking approval as an adult immigrant
15:40 Savings, contract work, and planning a safer transition
18:20 Loneliness, self doubt, and learning to believe in yourself
20:00 Why therapy helps but does not solve the root cause
22:10 The moment that confirmed it was time to quit
24:00 Long term plans for YouTube and teaching Chinese
32:00 Fear of marketing, selling, and rejection as a creator
38:10 Advice for people who feel stuck and want to start over

Connect with Mei Ling

About the show

Kelly Talks Brand documents the quiet work of starting over, when old systems (career, identity, routines) no longer fit, and you’re building something new.

If this episode helped you, consider subscribing, leaving a review, or sharing it with someone who’s in the middle of a transition.

Business Inquiry: Kellytalksbrand@gmail.com

]]>bf92d413-640b-48ff-a89a-fd42f88f2364Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of <b>Kelly Talks Brand</b>, I spoke with <b>Mei Ling</b>, a Chinese immigrant in Canada who is transitioning from UX design to teaching Chinese through real life YouTube vlogs. Mei Ling shares how years in a stable and creative career slowly turned into burnout, anxiety, and a loss of meaning, especially in an industry shaped by constant change, layoffs, and AI.</p><p></p><p>We talked candidly about recognizing stress through physical signals, why therapy helped but could not fix the root problem, and how Mei Ling planned a gradual transition using savings and contract work. The conversation also explores immigrant family expectations, the pressure to seek parental approval, and the loneliness of building self belief without much external support. This episode is for anyone questioning their career path and wondering what it really takes to start over carefully and honestly.</p><h3>Timestamps</h3><p>00:00 Feeling replaceable and questioning the meaning of work<br />01:30 Starting YouTube as a creative outlet during a stressful job<br />04:50 Why UX design stopped feeling fulfilling<br />07:00 Layoffs, AI, and the loss of career stability<br />11:20 Talking to parents and seeking approval as an adult immigrant<br />15:40 Savings, contract work, and planning a safer transition<br />18:20 Loneliness, self doubt, and learning to believe in yourself<br />20:00 Why therapy helps but does not solve the root cause<br />22:10 The moment that confirmed it was time to quit<br />24:00 Long term plans for YouTube and teaching Chinese<br />32:00 Fear of marketing, selling, and rejection as a creator<br />38:10 Advice for people who feel stuck and want to start over</p><p></p><h2>Connect with Mei Ling</h2><ul><li><b>YouTube:</b> <i>A Cup of Chinese</i></li><li><b>Email:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:MeiLing@acupofchinese.com" target="_blank">MeiLing@acupofchinese.com</a></li></ul><hr /><h2>About the show</h2><p><b>Kelly Talks Brand</b> documents the quiet work of starting over, when old systems (career, identity, routines) no longer fit, and you’re building something new.</p><p></p><p>If this episode helped you, consider <b>subscribing</b>, leaving a review, or sharing it with someone who’s in the middle of a transition.</p><p></p><p>Business Inquiry: Kellytalksbrand@gmail.com</p>no00:43:1711UX Designer To Chinese Teacher On Youtube w/Meiling | EP11full<![CDATA[ How To Stop Letting Doubt Hold You Back w/Jacky Wah | EP10]]>In today’s episode, Jackie shares the turning point that changed everything for him. After nearly 10 years of job-hopping in the landscape design world, Jackie was suddenly laid off.

In the same week, he received the call no one ever wants to get: his grandma was in the emergency room. He flew home immediately, but the day he landed was the day she passed away. That moment, losing his job and losing someone he deeply loved, became the wake-up call that pushed him to finally stop overthinking and build something of his own. If you have ever felt stuck in your career, scared to try something new, or tired of doubting yourself, this episode is for you.

If you need some guidance and clarity in your life, you can book a Free 15 min Clarity call with me: https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45

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00:00 | The Call That Changed Everything

02:00 | Ten Years of Job-Hopping and Losing Direction 05:30 | Laid Off and Losing His Grandma in the Same Week 08:00 | Why He Finally Started His Own Studio

12:00 | The Hardest Part of Building Something on His Own 15:30 | Stop Overthinking and Take the First Step

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA

Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

]]>725e4c85-cfdd-42e0-bc49-46cef448d49dWed, 24 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>In today’s episode, Jackie shares the turning point that changed everything for him. After nearly 10 years of job-hopping in the landscape design world, Jackie was suddenly laid off. </p><p></p><p>In the same week, he received the call no one ever wants to get: his grandma was in the emergency room. He flew home immediately, but the day he landed was the day she passed away. That moment, losing his job and losing someone he deeply loved, became the wake-up call that pushed him to finally stop overthinking and build something of his own. If you have ever felt stuck in your career, scared to try something new, or tired of doubting yourself, this episode is for you. </p><p></p><p>If you need some guidance and clarity in your life, you can book a Free 15 min Clarity call with me: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45</a> </p><p>- </p><p>Timestamp:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA">00:00</a> | The Call That Changed Everything </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA&amp;t=120s">02:00</a> | Ten Years of Job-Hopping and Losing Direction <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA&amp;t=330s">05:30</a> | Laid Off and Losing His Grandma in the Same Week <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA&amp;t=480s">08:00</a> | Why He Finally Started His Own Studio </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA&amp;t=720s">12:00</a> | The Hardest Part of Building Something on His Own <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA&amp;t=930s">15:30</a> | Stop Overthinking and Take the First Step</p><p></p><p>Youtube:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJJVfSx29BA</a></p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p>no00:38:11 How To Stop Letting Doubt Hold You Back w/Jacky Wah | EP10full<![CDATA[Custody Battles, Breakups & Moving Countries - His Story of Starting Fresh | EP09]]>In this episode, I sit down with Quinton Carlin, a Vancouver-based financial advisor who has rebuilt his life more than once. We talk about what it really means to start over when you’ve lived abroad for a decade, packed up your entire life in four days, and came back to Canada with no closure and no plan.

Quinton opens up about reverse culture shock, loneliness, and the hidden cost of “freedom” when you’re not building life with someone. We also go into the immigrant feeling of being unrooted, the desire to find an anchor through relationships, and why “protect your heart” became his biggest lesson this year.

This conversation moves from identity and belonging to relationships, resilience, and practical financial stability for creators with inconsistent income. It’s honest, reflective, and unexpectedly emotional.

Book a Free 15 min Clarity call with me: https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KellyTalksBrand

Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

]]>0769aae9-c1fe-475f-9506-33c3f437c0c4Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, I sit down with <b>Quinton Carlin</b>, a Vancouver-based financial advisor who has rebuilt his life more than once. We talk about what it really means to start over when you’ve lived abroad for a decade, packed up your entire life in four days, and came back to Canada with no closure and no plan.</p><p></p><p>Quinton opens up about reverse culture shock, loneliness, and the hidden cost of “freedom” when you’re not building life with someone. We also go into the immigrant feeling of being unrooted, the desire to find an anchor through relationships, and why “protect your heart” became his biggest lesson this year.</p><p></p><p>This conversation moves from identity and belonging to relationships, resilience, and practical financial stability for creators with inconsistent income. It’s honest, reflective, and unexpectedly emotional.</p><p></p><p>Book a Free 15 min Clarity call with me: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@KellyTalksBrand" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@KellyTalksBrand</a></p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p>no00:38:269Custody Battles, Breakups & Moving Countries - His Story of Starting Fresh | EP09full<![CDATA[Building Our Own Thing: Immigration, Identity, and Creating an App Together | EP08]]>What happens when two creatives stop waiting for certainty and start building anyway?

In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand, I sit down with Ryan Yao and Sarah, a Vancouver-based creative couple behind the indie app Cat on Chair. Ryan is a former product designer who quit his stable job to explore building apps full-time. Sarah is an illustrator and graphic designer who brings warmth, storytelling, and playfulness into everything she creates.

Together, they share an honest look at what it’s really like to:

  • leave a well-paid, “safe” career in your 30s
  • build a product without knowing if it will work
  • navigate identity as immigrants who don’t fully feel “from” anywhere
  • collaborate as a couple with very different strengths
  • create through loneliness, uncertainty, and long stretches without external validation

This conversation isn’t about overnight success.
It’s about choosing the harder path and staying with it.

☕ 15-Minute Clarity Call (Free)

If you’re navigating a transition in your career, identity, or creative direction and want to explore whether we’re a good fit to work together, I offer a free 15-minute Clarity Call.

This is a short, focused conversation to understand your situation, clarify what you’re working through, and see if my approach and services are right for your next step.

No pressure.
No obligation.
Just clarity on fit and direction.

Book the call here: calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45

Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

]]>dde7195d-009e-4812-8c37-eed5034c45d2Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>What happens when two creatives stop waiting for certainty and start building anyway?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <b>Kelly Talks Brand</b>, I sit down with <b>Ryan Yao</b> and <b>Sarah</b>, a Vancouver-based creative couple behind the indie app <b>Cat on Chair</b>. Ryan is a former product designer who quit his stable job to explore building apps full-time. Sarah is an illustrator and graphic designer who brings warmth, storytelling, and playfulness into everything she creates.</p><p></p><p>Together, they share an honest look at what it’s really like to:</p><ul><li>leave a well-paid, “safe” career in your 30s</li><li>build a product without knowing if it will work</li><li>navigate identity as immigrants who don’t fully feel “from” anywhere</li><li>collaborate as a couple with very different strengths</li><li>create through loneliness, uncertainty, and long stretches without external validation<p></p></li></ul><p>This conversation isn’t about overnight success.<br />It’s about choosing the harder path and staying with it.</p><p></p><p>☕ <b>15-Minute Clarity Call (Free)</b></p><p></p><p>If you’re navigating a transition in your career, identity, or creative direction and want to explore whether we’re a good fit to work together, I offer a free 15-minute Clarity Call.</p><p>This is a short, focused conversation to understand your situation, clarify what you’re working through, and see if my approach and services are right for your next step.</p><p></p><p>No pressure.<br />No obligation.<br />Just clarity on fit and direction.</p><p></p><p>Book the call here: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45" target="_blank">calendly.com/kellytalksbrand/45</a></p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p>no00:32:468Building Our Own Thing: Immigration, Identity, and Creating an App Together | EP08full<![CDATA[I Learned Counselling So I Can Help My Daughter w/ Anxiety | EP07 with Kandy]]>In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand, I talk with Kandy, a new counsellor who began her journey to support her daughter and discovered a passion for helping children and families navigate anxiety, trauma and emotional challenges.

We explore what counselling training is really like, how self awareness grows through the process and what first time clients can expect. If you have ever been curious about counselling or are looking for support, this conversation offers warmth, clarity and real insight.

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00:00 Why Kandy became a counsellor

02:07 Using counselling skills as a parent

04:26 Why she chose Rhodes Wellness College

06:09 Starting her private practice

07:27 What counselling training is really like

17:27 How counsellors manage their own emotions

22:24 Why people resist counselling and how to start

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Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

]]>88c6579a-87a0-4f97-9331-463066332eaeFri, 19 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand, I talk with Kandy, a new counsellor who began her journey to support her daughter and discovered a passion for helping children and families navigate anxiety, trauma and emotional challenges. </p><p></p><p>We explore what counselling training is really like, how self awareness grows through the process and what first time clients can expect. If you have ever been curious about counselling or are looking for support, this conversation offers warmth, clarity and real insight. </p><p>- Timestamp: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE">00:00</a> Why Kandy became a counsellor</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=127s">02:07</a> Using counselling skills as a parent </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=266s">04:26</a> Why she chose Rhodes Wellness College </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=369s">06:09</a> Starting her private practice </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=447s">07:27</a> What counselling training is really like </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=1047s">17:27</a> How counsellors manage their own emotions </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpABa27uWNE&amp;t=1344s">22:24</a> Why people resist counselling and how to start </p><p></p><p>👉 Subscribe to support the channel </p><p>- </p><p>Listen to The Kelly Talks Brand Podcast: </p><p>Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ps5Fjx" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/3ps5Fjx</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1loSTVfcXNGdHhRS1QyMENfYldEdVlmR1E3QXxBQ3Jtc0ttNGpGUUI3d3NBRmZScTZrdXRBbEpMMU9sNUJycnRoVFZPRHNENUZ2Q0hiYWV5aUxHbUZxemVYekZHWHVyVm53aVpSM28yMmNvVE1jRkk0TWVmZ00tLTZmMkRibllOMUM1SDRMVkQ2Tk05TlVNRlVraw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F3ps5FjxhM8MnKyZ68JcW1f%3Fsi%3DotX4_FrWRE2h78fSDiwddA&amp;v=hpABa27uWNE" target="_blank">...</a> </p><p>Apple Podcast: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTdkUkdkbkk2bGxTT0xPS3dYZXdPZnU5T2Zld3xBQ3Jtc0tsYUlFT3F0YXk0UlZEMnVldGRJYnBNMzlfLWpNU1VZQllaZWxMd183a1JobURUb3VCS1d2MEpnSkZ5UThSdEhEVDIzeXBVeGo2ZXVMMUk3NllwcEFjRXN0T3RhTGdJZ0RQZVR3ZTFCY0FVMFQ4eXhRTQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fca%2Fpodcast%2Fkelly-talks-brand%2Fid1847803129&amp;v=hpABa27uWNE" target="_blank">...</a> </p><p>- </p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p>no00:28:017I Learned Counselling So I Can Help My Daughter w/ Anxiety | EP07 with Kandyfull<![CDATA[I Tried Water Fasting For 7 Days and This Happened | EP06]]>In this heartfelt share, I discuss my journey of self reflection and reconnecting with my inner self. It's about shifting your mindset and prioritizing wellness. Find inspiration and self help as you navigate your own path of personal growth and find your way. For 7 days, I followed a guided program with meditation, qigong, herbal paste, detox tea, and daily check-ins from a registered Chinese medicine doctor. No solid meals. Lots of stillness. Lots of emotions. And a surprising amount of clarity. This video shares how each day felt, what I learned, and how the experience changed my relationship with stress, food, and myself.

Platform used to record and edit this episode: 

Riverside.

https://linkly.link/2KUur

Use my link and this code BF2025 to 35% off Riverside yearly plans from November 24–30, 2025!

Timestamps:

00:00 The voice that says “I can’t keep living like this” 00:24 When everything went sideways: career, relationship, emptiness

00:43 Discovering Bigu, a Taoist water fasting practice 01:01 Inside a guided 7 day Bigu (tools and doctor support) 02:01 My daily Bigu routine: herbal paste, tea, qigong and night rituals

02:44 Days 3 and 4: deep detox, dizziness and emotional release

04:39 Days 5 to 7: vegetable soups, no grains and feeling unstoppable

05:55 After Bigu: re-entering the noise and what really changed

Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

#lifereset #fasting #changeyourlife

]]>63099745-f1bc-430b-9c7d-5d1ac8e3cf50Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this heartfelt share, I discuss my journey of self reflection and reconnecting with my inner self. It's about shifting your mindset and prioritizing wellness. Find inspiration and self help as you navigate your own path of personal growth and find your way. For 7 days, I followed a guided program with meditation, qigong, herbal paste, detox tea, and daily check-ins from a registered Chinese medicine doctor. No solid meals. Lots of stillness. Lots of emotions. And a surprising amount of clarity. This video shares how each day felt, what I learned, and how the experience changed my relationship with stress, food, and myself.</p><p></p><p>Platform used to record and edit this episode: </p><p><b>Riverside.</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkly.link/2KUur" target="_blank"><b>https://linkly.link/2KUur</b></a></p><p>Use my link and this code <b>BF2025 </b>to <b>35% off Riverside yearly plans</b> from November 24–30, 2025!</p><p></p><hr /><p>Timestamps:</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA">00:00</a> The voice that says “I can’t keep living like this” <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=24s">00:24</a> When everything went sideways: career, relationship, emptiness</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=43s">00:43</a> Discovering Bigu, a Taoist water fasting practice <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=61s">01:01</a> Inside a guided 7 day Bigu (tools and doctor support) <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=121s">02:01</a> My daily Bigu routine: herbal paste, tea, qigong and night rituals </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=164s">02:44</a> Days 3 and 4: deep detox, dizziness and emotional release</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=279s">04:39</a> Days 5 to 7: vegetable soups, no grains and feeling unstoppable </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaZCS_2PFUA&amp;t=355s">05:55</a> After Bigu: re-entering the noise and what really changed</p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lifereset">#lifereset</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fasting">#fasting</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/changeyourlife">#changeyourlife</a></p>no00:07:45I Tried Water Fasting For 7 Days and This Happened | EP06full<![CDATA[ When To QUIT Your Job? Honest Talk with A New Dad and Canadian Immigrant | EP05]]>What makes someone leave a stable job after just two years in Canada with a young child at home? In this episode of the Kelly Talks Brand Podcast, Thomas shares his powerful story of quitting the corporate grind to find his own vision. We talk about what it means to feel unheard and unseen at work, the pressure to provide as an immigrant father, and how therapy and life coaching helped him rebuild purpose, family communication, and self-trust.

Platform used to record and edit this episode: Riverside.

https://linkly.link/2KUur

Use my link and this code BF2025 to get 35% off Riverside yearly plans from November 24–30, 2025!

Timestamps:

0:00 - Not heard, not seen, not held: the breaking point

1:27 - From Hong Kong to Toronto: starting over as an immigrant

4:41 - Why Thomas quit his job after two years in Canada

12:59 - Rethinking the provider mindset and family balance 24:25 - How life coaching changed his communication and marriage

33:48 - Handling conflict with empathy and nonviolent communication

38:21 - Building new channels, finding clarity, and starting again

Connect with Kelly:

Youtube: Kelly Talks Brand https://linkly.link/2HYUj

Instagram: Kelly Talks Brand https://linkly.link/2L6Wt

Host: Kelly Kang

Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

#careerchange #immigrantstory #mentalhealth

]]>2e011285-6b7a-46a2-850d-bf2d7359bfacWed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>What makes someone leave a stable job after just two years in Canada with a young child at home? In this episode of the Kelly Talks Brand Podcast, Thomas shares his powerful story of quitting the corporate grind to find his own vision. We talk about what it means to feel unheard and unseen at work, the pressure to provide as an immigrant father, and how therapy and life coaching helped him rebuild purpose, family communication, and self-trust.</p><p></p><p>Platform used to record and edit this episode: <b>Riverside.</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkly.link/2KUur" target="_blank"><b>https://linkly.link/2KUur</b></a></p><p>Use my link and this code <b>BF2025 </b>to get <b>35% off Riverside yearly plans</b> from November 24–30, 2025!</p><hr /><p>Timestamps: </p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I">0:00</a> - Not heard, not seen, not held: the breaking point </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=87s">1:27</a> - From Hong Kong to Toronto: starting over as an immigrant </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=281s">4:41</a> - Why Thomas quit his job after two years in Canada </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=779s">12:59</a> - Rethinking the provider mindset and family balance <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=1465s">24:25</a> - How life coaching changed his communication and marriage</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=2028s">33:48</a> - Handling conflict with empathy and nonviolent communication</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvSDq9Jr6I&amp;t=2301s">38:21</a> - Building new channels, finding clarity, and starting again</p><p></p><p>Connect with Kelly:</p><p>Youtube: Kelly Talks Brand <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkly.link/2HYUj" target="_blank">https://linkly.link/2HYUj</a></p><p>Instagram: Kelly Talks Brand <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkly.link/2L6Wt" target="_blank">https://linkly.link/2L6Wt</a></p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang </p><p>Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/careerchange">#careerchange</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/immigrantstory">#immigrantstory</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mentalhealth">#mentalhealth</a> </p>no00:46:08 When To QUIT Your Job? Honest Talk with A New Dad and Canadian Immigrant | EP05full<![CDATA[Feeling Stuck After 30? You Need to Watch This | EP04]]>At 35, I’ve quit more than once, but each time brought me closer to who I am. If you’re feeling stuck or behind, here’s how I rebuilt confidence and learned to move forward with ease.

Platform used to record and edit this episode: Riverside.

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Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

#reset #startingover #canada #burnout #freedom #confidence

]]>9253a079-09d5-4d15-ba2c-833731fc146fWed, 19 Nov 2025 03:54:02 GMT<p>At 35, I’ve quit more than once, but each time brought me closer to who I am. If you’re feeling stuck or behind, here’s how I rebuilt confidence and learned to move forward with ease.</p><p></p><p>Platform used to record and edit this episode: <b>Riverside.</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkly.link/2KUur" target="_blank">https://linkly.link/2KUur</a></p><p>Use my link and this code <b>BF2025 </b>to <b>35% off Riverside yearly plans</b> from November 24–30, 2025!</p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/reset">#reset</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startingover">#startingover</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/canada">#canada</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/burnout">#burnout</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/freedom">#freedom</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/confidence">#confidence</a></p><p></p><p></p>no00:06:45Feeling Stuck After 30? You Need to Watch This | EP04full<![CDATA[Everything You Need To Know About Yoga Teacher Training | EP03]]>If you’ve ever wondered what yoga teacher training is really like, this video is for you. I completed a 12 week 240 hour Yoga Teacher Training at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts. In this review, I share the honest truth about what I learned, how much it cost, what you actually need to prepare, and whether it’s worth it.

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#yoga #canada #wellness

]]>b7ec484b-9995-42b1-8c85-eed2770ab2d8Sat, 25 Oct 2025 02:11:50 GMT<p>If you’ve ever wondered what yoga teacher training is really like, this video is for you. I completed a 12 week 240 hour Yoga Teacher Training at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts. In this review, I share the honest truth about what I learned, how much it cost, what you actually need to prepare, and whether it’s worth it. </p><p></p><p>👉 Subscribe to support the channel and help me create more heartfelt conversations like this</p><p></p><p>Yoga/Wellness Essentials: </p><p>2 Pack Cute Pattern Quick Dry Yoga/Beach Towel Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/G1TgvUb" target="_blank">https://geni.us/G1TgvUb</a> </p><p>Zenfit Yoga Mat Bag for Thick/Bulky Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/8FEbpj" target="_blank">https://geni.us/8FEbpj</a> </p><p>Zealtop Yoga Knee Pads for Sensitive Knee Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/F5xz" target="_blank">https://geni.us/F5xz</a> </p><p>Cambivo Extra Thick Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/aO4Y" target="_blank">https://geni.us/aO4Y</a> </p><p>BalanceFrom 2 Lightweight Blocks Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/OawdiD" target="_blank">https://geni.us/OawdiD</a> </p><p></p><p>*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us to provide more quality content to you. Thank you. </p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang </p><p></p><p>#yoga #canada #wellness</p>no00:06:453Everything You Need To Know About Yoga Teacher Training | EP03full<![CDATA[What Is Wellness And How to Be Present On A Daily Basis? w/ Chantal Russell | EP 02]]>Kelly and Chantal explore the multifaceted journey of wellness, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's wholeness and the daily choices that contribute to well-being. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the significance of rituals in personal growth, and the transformative power of connecting with nature and animals.

Takeaways

Acknowledge that you are whole and perfect as you are.

Well-being is a daily choice, not a destination.

Rituals help us integrate experiences and prepare for change.

Creating space allows for personal transformation and connection.

The journey of wellness is about embracing the present moment.

Sound bites

"Embrace what comes, work through what is."

"Change your perspective, change your world."

"You're not meant to hold it all together."

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Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35)

Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Wellness: A Journey Within

03:08 Balancing Roles: Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Healing

05:56 The Power of Presence: Daily Choices for Well-Being

09:06 Creating Space for Transformation: The Role of Rituals

11:45 Mentoring the Next Generation: Inspiring Wellness Practitioners

15:04 Harvest Glow: Celebrating Balance and Reflection

18:05 Connecting with Nature: Lessons from Horses

20:59 Living Fully: The Invitation to Slow Down

]]>efa7dda3-d511-4064-9063-a0478f624887Sat, 25 Oct 2025 02:07:27 GMT<p>Kelly and Chantal explore the multifaceted journey of wellness, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's wholeness and the daily choices that contribute to well-being. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the significance of rituals in personal growth, and the transformative power of connecting with nature and animals. </p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Acknowledge that you are whole and perfect as you are.</p><p>Well-being is a daily choice, not a destination.</p><p>Rituals help us integrate experiences and prepare for change. </p><p></p><p>Creating space allows for personal transformation and connection.</p><p></p><p>The journey of wellness is about embracing the present moment.</p><p></p><p>Sound bites</p><p></p><p>"Embrace what comes, work through what is."</p><p>"Change your perspective, change your world."</p><p>"You're not meant to hold it all together."</p><p></p><p>Yoga/Wellness Essentials: </p><p>2 Pack Cute Pattern Quick Dry Yoga/Beach Towel Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/G1TgvUb" target="_blank">https://geni.us/G1TgvUb</a> </p><p>Zenfit Yoga Mat Bag for Thick/Bulky Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/8FEbpj" target="_blank">https://geni.us/8FEbpj</a> </p><p>Zealtop Yoga Knee Pads for Sensitive Knee Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/F5xz" target="_blank">https://geni.us/F5xz</a> </p><p>Cambivo Extra Thick Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/aO4Y" target="_blank">https://geni.us/aO4Y</a> </p><p>BalanceFrom 2 Lightweight Blocks Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/OawdiD" target="_blank">https://geni.us/OawdiD</a> </p><p></p><p>*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us to provide more quality content to you. Thank you. </p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35) </p><p>Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Embracing Wellness: A Journey Within</p><p>03:08 Balancing Roles: Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Healing</p><p>05:56 The Power of Presence: Daily Choices for Well-Being</p><p>09:06 Creating Space for Transformation: The Role of Rituals</p><p>11:45 Mentoring the Next Generation: Inspiring Wellness Practitioners</p><p>15:04 Harvest Glow: Celebrating Balance and Reflection</p><p>18:05 Connecting with Nature: Lessons from Horses</p><p>20:59 Living Fully: The Invitation to Slow Down</p><p></p>no00:21:062What Is Wellness And How to Be Present On A Daily Basis? w/ Chantal Russell | EP 02full<![CDATA[What Happens When You Follow Your Heart Instead of the Rules? w/ Amanda Kingsmith | Ep 01]]>At some point, we all ask ourselves, is this really what I’m meant to do?

Amanda shares her journey from marketing professional to global yoga educator and creator of Mastering the Business of Yoga (MBOm), opening up about how she made a living teaching, why she paused her podcast after 400 episodes, and what “balance” truly means as a mom of two living in Mexico. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, creative entrepreneur, or someone standing at a crossroads in your career, this conversation will remind you that stability isn’t the same as fulfillment.

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes, where we explore wellness, identity, and creative entrepreneurship with guests from around the world.

Chapters:

0:00 – The Leap That Changed Everything

04:20 – When Marketing No Longer Felt Right

08:10 – How a Podcast Became a Yoga Business

12:30 – Motherhood, Identity & Letting Go of “Having It All”

18:40 – Finding Peace Through Yoga Nidra

25:00 – The Truth About Making Money as a Yoga Teacher

32:20 – Kelly’s Turning Point: Choosing Alignment Over Security

53:00 – How to find your own path?

Connect with Amanda: https://www.amandakingsmith.com/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/662y0H0Brkb2YFSJYNzG3m?si=8275dcbe17984202

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Thank you.

Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35)

Producer & Editor: Kelly Kang

#wellness #growth #teawithkelly #career #canada #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #nomad #yoga

]]>2c9c0594-8e1f-4646-8f71-32b1072b22f7Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:37:41 GMT<p>At some point, we all ask ourselves, is this really what I’m meant to do?</p><p></p><p>Amanda shares her journey from marketing professional to global yoga educator and creator of Mastering the Business of Yoga (MBOm), opening up about how she made a living teaching, why she paused her podcast after 400 episodes, and what “balance” truly means as a mom of two living in Mexico. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, creative entrepreneur, or someone standing at a crossroads in your career, this conversation will remind you that stability isn’t the same as fulfillment.</p><p></p><p>🔔 Subscribe for more episodes, where we explore wellness, identity, and creative entrepreneurship with guests from around the world.</p><p></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>0:00 – The Leap That Changed Everything</p><p>04:20 – When Marketing No Longer Felt Right</p><p>08:10 – How a Podcast Became a Yoga Business</p><p>12:30 – Motherhood, Identity &amp; Letting Go of “Having It All”</p><p>18:40 – Finding Peace Through Yoga Nidra</p><p>25:00 – The Truth About Making Money as a Yoga Teacher </p><p>32:20 – Kelly’s Turning Point: Choosing Alignment Over Security</p><p>53:00 – How to find your own path?</p><p></p><p>Connect with Amanda: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amandakingsmith.com/" target="_blank">https://www.amandakingsmith.com/</a></p><p>Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/662y0H0Brkb2YFSJYNzG3m?si=8275dcbe17984202" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/662y0H0Brkb2YFSJYNzG3m?si=8275dcbe17984202</a></p><p></p><p>Yoga/Wellness Essentials:</p><p>Cambivo Extra Thick Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/aO4Y" target="_blank">https://geni.us/aO4Y</a></p><p>Zenfit Yoga Mat Bag for Thick Yoga Mat Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/8FEbpj" target="_blank">https://geni.us/8FEbpj</a></p><p>BalanceFrom 2 Lightweight Blocks Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/OawdiD" target="_blank">https://geni.us/OawdiD</a></p><p>Zealtop Yoga Knee Pads for Sensitive Knee Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/F5xz" target="_blank">https://geni.us/F5xz</a></p><p>Amazon Basic High Density Foam Roller Extra Long: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://geni.us/WAJgB" target="_blank">https://geni.us/WAJgB</a></p><p></p><p>*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you.</p><p>This helps us to provide more quality content to you.</p><p></p><p>Thank you.</p><p></p><p>Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figuring Her Lift Out After 35)</p><p></p><p>Producer &amp; Editor: Kelly Kang</p><p></p><p>#wellness #growth #teawithkelly #career #canada #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #nomad #yoga</p>no00:58:111What Happens When You Follow Your Heart Instead of the Rules? w/ Amanda Kingsmith | Ep 01full